Element: Secure Messaging & Collaboration for Business
Boost Productivity & Security with Federated Computer's Element Integration
In today's digital landscape, businesses need secure, decentralized messaging apps that protect sensitive communications while enhancing team collaboration. Federated Computer
integrates Element, the leading encrypted messaging app built on the Matrix protocol, into its suite of productivity tools. With end-to-end encryption (E2EE), self-hosting
capabilities, and seamless business chats, Element ensures your team communicates safely and efficiently—without vendor lock-in.
Why Element is the Best Chat App for Business
By integrating BookStack into Federated Computer's app suite, businesses benefit from:
- Secure & Private Communication
- End-to-end encryption messenger — All private chats and rooms are E2EE by default
- Self-hosted or federated servers — Maintain full control over your data
- Anonymous texting app — alternative with advanced privacy controls
- Powerful Business Collaboration
- Texting apps for PC, Mac, Linux, iOS & Android — Unified messaging across devices
- Threaded conversations (Spaces) — Organize team discussions efficiently
- File sharing, voice & video calls — All within a secure messaging app
- Open Source & Decentralized
- No vendor lock-in — Interoperable with other Matrix-based texting applications
- Self-hosting friendly — Deploy on-premises or via Federated Computer's infrastructure
How Element Helps Businesses Make More Money
- Reduces security risks — Protects sensitive business chats from breaches
- Enhances productivity — Combines chatting apps, video calls, and file sharing in one platform
- Lowers costs — Avoid expensive proprietary solutions like Slack or Teams
- Future-proof communication — Decentralized architecture ensures long-term flexibility
Element vs. Other Messaging Apps
Feature |
Element |
Slack |
Microsoft Teams |
Discord |
End-to-end encryption |
✔ Yes (default) |
❌ No |
❌ No |
❌ No |
Self-hosting |
✔ Yes |
❌ No |
❌ No |
❌ No |
Open-source |
✔ Yes |
❌ No |
❌ No |
❌ No |
Federation |
✔ Yes |
❌ No |
❌ No |
❌ No |
Business-ready |
✔ Yes |
✔ Yes |
✔ Yes |
❌ Limited |
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Get Started with Element Today
Federated Computer makes it easy to deploy Element alongside other productivity-boosting apps.
Upgrade to a private chat solution that keeps your business safe and agile. Choose Element with Federated Computer.